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Fernando Alonso heads into his 23rd season in Formula 1 this year.
Fernando Alonso believes that Formula 1 has made significant improvements in various aspects over his 26-year career in the sport, but he also thinks that there is one critical area that has declined over time. Despite the evolution of the sport since his debut in 2001 with Minardi, Alonso, now with Aston Martin, has witnessed considerable changes on and off the track. With the transition to a 50-50 split between combustion and electrical power for the power units and the adoption of 100% sustainable fuels, F1 has shown progress in safety, public engagement, and technological advancements. The advancement of technology, while enhancing efficiency and performance, has led Alonso to believe that the driving experience has somewhat regressed over the years. The upcoming season will introduce slightly smaller and lighter cars, a shift towards a positive direction, although Alonso still finds the machines significantly different from his early days in the sport. Despite his continued passion for anything on four wheels, Alonso maintains that Formula 1 remains the pinnacle of motorsport in his eyes, offering a unique and unmatched experience.
